A century-strong Dubai investment house — transforming a respected family legacy into leadership across trade, property and capital.
Explore our divisions →What began as one man's vision in 1924 has grown into an enduring family enterprise — a vertically structured group of holding companies and subsidiaries spanning multiple sectors.
Founded when Mostafa Bin Abdullatif opened his Dubai office, the group today brings together close to 100 family shareholders and a global team, headquartered in Dubai and guided by a forward-looking Board of Directors.
Explore our history →MBAL operates as a disciplined, market-facing group across three core sectors — each carrying a century-old standard into a forward-looking future.
Our investment philosophy is built on stability, foresight, and sustainability. We focus on ventures that deliver long-term returns for our shareholders — whether in property, products, or future-ready industries.
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We develop landmark real estate projects that define skylines, shape communities, and deliver long-term value. Our developments are built with purpose, quality, and vision — designed to leave a lasting mark on the region.
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With over a century in retail and trading, MBAL has evolved from representing international brands to creating and distributing its own. From security to lifestyle, our trading arm brings innovation and insight to every product we offer.
Discover Trading →Alongside its operating divisions, MBAL carries a century of stewardship — preserving the family name, supporting private philanthropy, and guiding wealth across generations. It is the quiet counterweight to the company's forward momentum.
Visit the Family Office →To steward and grow the capital entrusted to us — investing with discipline across trading, real estate and investments to deliver dependable, long-term returns for our shareholders and partners.
To stand among the region's most trusted family investment houses — building a resilient, diversified portfolio designed to endure across cycles and generations.
Upholding the highest ethical standards in every relationship — fostering the trust and transparency a century-old name is built on.
Delivering quality and discipline across all that we do, striving for superior performance in every venture we hold.
Investing in the people and places we serve — making a lasting, positive impact wherever we operate.
Whether you are a shareholder, a prospective partner or an organisation considering us, our team would be glad to talk.
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